Azoic Coupling Component 02
Azoic Coupling Component 02 is a synthetic organic compound used with stabilized diazo salts to form insoluble azo pigments on textiles. Chapter note 2 of Chapter 32 explicitly includes mixtures of stabilised diazonium salts and couplers for azo dye production, and this component falls under the 'other' synthetic colouring matter provision of tariff item 3204.90.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as a separate chemically defined compound for non-colouring use
Separate chemically defined compounds are excluded from Chapter 32 unless they meet specific colouring matter criteria.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the product is not mixed with diazonium salts at import, as separate components may be classified differently
• Provide the CAS number and intended use to the CBSA to avoid misclassification
• Check if the goods are part of a set with other constituents, which may trigger section note 3 classification rules
Related Products under Tariff item 3204.90.00
Acid Yellow 36 Dye
Acid Yellow 36 is a synthetic monoazo acid dye that dissolves readily in water and imparts bright yellow shades to wool, silk, and nylon. As a synthetic organic colouring matter not elsewhere specified, it falls under tariff item 3204.90.00, which covers other synthetic colouring matters and preparations based thereon.
Basic Yellow 28 Dye
Basic Yellow 28 is a synthetic cationic dye that produces fluorescent yellow shades on acrylic fibres, paper, and inks. As a synthetic organic colouring matter not specifically listed elsewhere in heading 32.04, it is classified under tariff item 3204.90.00 as 'other' synthetic colouring matter.
Direct Blue 86 Dye
Direct Blue 86 is a copper phthalocyanine direct dye that provides turquoise blue shades on cotton, paper, and leather. As a synthetic organic colouring matter not elsewhere specified, it falls under tariff item 3204.90.00, which covers other synthetic colouring matter and preparations based thereon.
Disperse Blue 56 Dye
Disperse Blue 56 is a synthetic organic azo dye used primarily for colouring polyester fabrics in textile dyeing processes. It is not specifically listed under other subheadings of heading 32.04, so it is classified under tariff item 3204.90.00 as other synthetic organic colouring matter.
Disperse Red 167 Dye
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Fluorescent Brightener OB-1
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